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Cities in ZIP code 46226

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Primary city:

Indianapolis, IN

Acceptable:

Lawrence

Stats and Demographics for the 46226 ZIP Code

ZIP code 46226 is located in central Indiana and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly higher than average population density.

The people living in ZIP code 46226 are primarily black or African American. The number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is extremely large while the number of middle aged adults is large. There are also an extremely large number of single parents and an extremely small number of families. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 46226 ZIP code is large compared to other areas of the country.

Population

43,904

Population Density

3,046

people per sq mi

Housing Units

19,985

Median Home Value

$84,900

Land Area

14.41

sq mi

Water Area

0.01

sq mi

Occupied Housing Units

17,563

Median Household Income

$34,368

Estimated Population over Time

Total Population by Age

Median Age:

34

Male Median Age:

32

Female Median Age:

36

Under 5

5-9

10-14

15-19

20-24

25-29

30-34

35-39

40-44

45-49

50-54

55-59

60-64

65-69

70-74

75-79

80-84

85 Plus

Male

1,617

1,736

1,700

1,710

1,403

1,408

1,302

1,237

1,251

1,366

1,387

1,174

1,003

760

557

400

268

186

Female

1,657

1,637

1,628

1,756

1,598

1,672

1,549

1,483

1,466

1,562

1,715

1,511

1,222

980

686

534

437

346

Total

3,274

3,373

3,328

3,466

3,001

3,080

2,851

2,720

2,717

2,928

3,102

2,685

2,225

1,740

1,243

934

705

532

Gender

Male

20,465

47&percnt;

Female

23,439

53&percnt;

Gender

Race

White

14,196

32.3&percnt;

Black Or African American

25,783

58.7&percnt;

American Indian Or Alaskan Native

132

0.3&percnt;

Asian

233

0.5&percnt;

Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander

32

0.1&percnt;

Other Race

2,121

4.8&percnt;

Two Or More Races

1,407

3.2&percnt;

Race

Head of Household by Age

15-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65-74

75-84

85 Plus

Owner

78

777

1,324

2,003

2,152

1,574

956

276

Renter

1,012

2,244

1,821

1,592

987

465

227

75

Total

1,090

3,021

3,145

3,595

3,139

2,039

1,183

351

Families vs Singles

Husband Wife Family Households

5,308

30&percnt;

Single Guardian

5,775

33&percnt;

Singles

5,476

31&percnt;

Singles With Roommate

1,004

6&percnt;

Families vs Singles

Households with Kids

Average Household Size: 2

Households without Kids

11,407

65&percnt;

Households with Kids

6,156

35&percnt;

Households with Kids

Children by Age

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

Male

274

328

358

327

352

366

356

311

351

393

364

317

293

333

321

372

375

345

297

281

Female

311

349

334

354

299

300

349

348

341

347

328

312

310

331

325

336

366

375

354

328

Total

585

677

692

681

651

666

705

659

692

740

692

629

603

664

646

708

741

720

651

609

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 46226 has a slightly less than average percentage of vacancies. The Census also indicates that there are one or more correctional facilities and nursing homes nearby.

The majority of household are owned or have a mortgage. Homes in ZIP code 46226 were primarily built in the 1950s or the 1960s. Looking at 46226 real estate data, the median home value of $84,900 is low compared to the rest of the country. It is also low compared to nearby ZIP codes. 46226 could be an area to look for cheap housing compared to surrounding areas. Rentals in 46226 are most commonly 2 bedrooms. The rent for 2 bedrooms is normally $500-$749/month including utilities. 3+ bedrooms are also common and rent for $1,000+/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 46226 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

Housing Type

In Occupied Housing Units

43,734

99.6&percnt;

Correctional Facility For Adults

0

0.0&percnt;

Juvenile Facilities

66

0.2&percnt;

Nursing Facilities

89

0.2&percnt;

Other Institutional

0

0.0&percnt;

College Student Housing

0

0.0&percnt;

Military Quarters

0

0.0&percnt;

Other Noninstitutional

15

0.0&percnt;

Housing Type

Year Housing was Built

Housing Occupancy

Owned Households With A Mortgage

7,049

35&percnt;

Owned Households Free & Clear

2,091

10&percnt;

Renter Occupied Households

8,423

42&percnt;

Households Vacant

2,422

12&percnt;

Housing Occupancy

Vacancy Reasons

For Rent

1,217

50.2&percnt;

Rented & Unoccupied

40

1.7&percnt;

For Sale Only

250

10.3&percnt;

Sold & Unoccupied

19

0.8&percnt;

For Season Recreational Or Occasional Use

27

1.1&percnt;

For Migrant Workers

0

0.0&percnt;

Vacant For Other Reasons

869

35.9&percnt;

Vacancy Reasons

Owner Occupied Home Values

Rental Properties by Number of Rooms

Studio Apartment

419

5&percnt;

1 Bedroom

1,764

20&percnt;

2 Bedroom

3,549

40&percnt;

3+ Bedroom

3,084

35&percnt;

Rental Properties by Number of Rooms

Cost of Monthly Rent Including Utilities

Cost of a Studio Apartment

Cost of a 1 Bedroom

Cost of a 2 Bedroom

Cost of a 3+ Bedroom

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $34,368 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. While money isn't everything, ZIP code 46226 may not be as nice as other parts of town.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. A slightly higher than average number of commuters in 46226 can expect to fall in that range. It is very uncommon, compared to the rest of the US, for employees to have to travel more than 45 minutes to their place of employment.

Employment Status

Worked Full-time with Earnings

12,240

36&percnt;

Worked Part-time with Earnings

9,728

29&percnt;

No Earnings

11,942

35&percnt;

Employment Status

Average Household Income over Time

Household Income

Annual Individual Earnings

Sources of Household Income

Percent of Households Receiving Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Household Investment Income

Percent of Households Receiving Investment Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Household Retirement Income

Percent of Households Receiving Retirement Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Source of Earnings

Worked Full-time with Earnings

12,240

36&percnt;

Worked Part-time with Earnings

9,728

29&percnt;

No Earnings

11,942

35&percnt;

Source of Earnings

Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over

Car, truck, or van

17,202

93.3&percnt;

Public transportation

266

1.4&percnt;

Taxicab

0

0.0&percnt;

Motorcycle

71

0.4&percnt;

Bicycle, Walked, or Other Means

418

2.3&percnt;

Worked at Home

490

2.7&percnt;

Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over

Travel Time to Work (In Minutes)

Schools and Education

The percentage of people that did not graduate high school is among the highest in the nation. Slightly more than the average number of people in the area graduated college.

Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over

Less than High School Diploma

2,888

22.9&percnt;

High School Graduate

7,338

58.3&percnt;

Associate's degree

660

5.2&percnt;

Bachelor's degree

1,188

9.4&percnt;

Master's degree

299

2.4&percnt;

Professional school degree

79

0.6&percnt;

Doctorate degree

133

1.1&percnt;

Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over

School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)

Enrolled in Public School

8,255

78.3&percnt;

Enrolled in Private School

964

9.1&percnt;

Not Enrolled in School

1,326

12.6&percnt;

School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)

Schools in ZIP Code 46226

ZIP Code 46226 is in the Monument Lighthouse Charter School District. There are 13 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 46226.